Skull of Phineas Gage
Source: Thingiverse by LabsOfCognitiveNeuroscience
The Skull of Phineas Gage is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by LabsOfCognitiveNeuroscience. Shown printed at 1:1 (white) and 3:4 scale (gray). You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
Shown printed at 1:1 (white) and 3:4 scale (gray). Please post photos if you print this model. I'm excited to see others print this. Phineas Gage became the center of a landmark neuroscience case when an explosion forced a red-hot tamping iron through this railroad foreman’s brain and skull. He survived, but reportedly suffered a personality change. This was the first evidence suggesting that the frontal lobe of the brain was linked to one’s personality. A more complete story is hosted at the website of the Warren Anatomical Museum at Harvard Medical School, which happens to be the current home of the original skull. It’s a fascinating case and an even more fascinating artifact. This anatomically accurate model can be printed to enable hands on exploration or to provide a source of inspira…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. Skull of Phineas Gage is free to download from Thingiverse. Click the "Download free STL" button above to open the original listing.
- Where is the STL hosted?
- The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by LabsOfCognitiveNeuroscience.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by LabsOfCognitiveNeuroscience, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
- Can I print this at home?
- Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.
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